Knox, Andrew, 1835-? to Sarah Knox

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GLC#
GLC03523.20.21-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
12 November 1864
Author/Creator
Knox, Andrew, 1835-?
Title
to Sarah Knox
Place Written
Petersburg, Virginia
Pagination
4 p. : Height: 25 cm, Width: 19.9 cm
Primary time period
Civil War and Reconstruction, 1861-1877
Sub-Era
The American Civil War

Knox writes to his wife from a camp outside Petersburg, Virginia. Expresses deep love and longing for her. Comments how much he misses her kisses and dancing with her. Reports he has not seen a lady in six months except on the streets of Petersburg through a "glass." Discusses when he should return home after being mustered out on 12 March 1865. Complains he has no blankets, socks or proper fitting shirts. Comments on President Abraham Lincoln's re-election and the demise of the Democratic party.

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